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Premier Energies Commissions 1.2 Gw Topcon Solar Cell Line In Telangana
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30 June 2025
Premier Energies Commissions 1.2 Gw Topcon Solar Cell Line In Telangana
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275-Mile Texas-To-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
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30 June 2025
275-Mile Texas-To-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
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Barminco Secures $130M Mining Contract From Westgold Resources In Australia
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26 June 2025
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Pakistan Eyes $700 Million In Freight Earnings By Expanding Shipping Fleet — Maritime Ministry
in International Shipping News 01/07/2025 The state-run Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) is set to buy at least 24 more vessels in the next three years to generate an estimated $700 million in freight earnings, the maritime ministry said on Friday. Pakistan currently owns 10 ships including five double-hull Aframax oil tankers and as many Supramax and Panamax bulk carriers. “The national carrier is now targeting to increase its cargo handling to 52 percent by volume and 43 percent by value (excluding containerized cargo) within three years,” the ministry said in a statement. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced the three-year plan in a meeting held in Islamabad to discuss the government’s business strategy to revitalize the maritime and logistics sectors. The move is part of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s strategy to renew and expand Pakistan’s aging shipping fleet in a phased manner to enhance cargo capacity, fuel efficiency and compliance with International Maritime Organization standards, including those governing carbon emissions and ballast water management. The plan, if implemented, would boost the revenues of the national flag-carrier, whose income from shipping business declined 18 percent to Rs25 billion ($88.5 million) in July–March this year compared to the previous one, according to PNSC’s financial results posted on the Pakistan Stock Exchange website. Muhammad Arshad, the ministry spokesman, told Arab News that Pakistan’s current fleet will be more than doubled with the induction of 13 vessels in the first year. Eight vessels will be bought in the second year and three in the third, which would take the total to 34 vessels in Pakistan’s fleet by 2028. “PNSC currently manages approximately 11 percent of the country’s cargo by volume and 4 percent by value,” the ministry said. During the meeting, the minister proposed deepening collaboration between the PNSC, Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works and local industries for the local manufacturing of modern cargo vessels, oil tankers and container carriers. “This initiative is expected to create skilled employment, strengthen local supply chains, boost industrial activity and rejuvenate Pakistan’s shipbuilding sector, positioning the country as a regional maritime hub,” it said. The cash-strapped country plans to finance its modernization efforts without burdening the treasury through leveraging public-private partnerships, maritime leasing models and tapping into global green shipping funds. The government is trying to revive Pakistan’s debt-ridden economy with the help of the International Monetary Fund and has set a tax revenue target of Rs14.3 trillion ($50 billion) for the next financial year starting July. Last week, the prime minister directed the authorities to lease new vessels to expand the PNSC’s fleet with an aim to reduce the $4 billion annual foreign exchange burden on sea-based trade. Pakistan looks to bolster its maritime trade capacity and reduce reliance on foreign shipping lines, which officials say significantly contributes to the country’s widening trade deficit and puts pressure on foreign exchange reserves. Source: Arab News
Hellenic Shipping News
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01 July 2025
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Pakistan Eyes $700 Million In Freight Earnings By Expanding Shipping Fleet — Maritime Ministry
Hellenic Shipping News
01 July 2025
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Premier Energies Commissions 1.2 Gw Topcon Solar Cell Line In Telangana
Premier Energies Limited has commissioned a new 1.2 GW tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell manufacturing line at its facility in Telangana. The company is among the first few solar manufacturers in India to operationalise a TOPCon cell line, capable of achieving solar cell efficiencies exceeding 25 per cent. The facility features an advanced 16-busbar architecture, which enhances power density and energy yield under real-world conditions.
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powerplant
30 June 2025
1 min read
Premier Energies Commissions 1.2 Gw Topcon Solar Cell Line In Telangana
Powerline
30 June 2025
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275-Mile Texas-To-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
(P&GJ) — Producers Midstream II, LLC has launched a binding open season to gauge shipper demand for firm transportation on its proposed Palo Duro (PD) Pipeline, a 275-mile (about 443-km) natural-gas line that will link residue markets at Waha in the Permian Basin with Mid-Continent outlets in the Anadarko Basin. The project will repurpose existing 16-inch pipe running from Nolan County, Texas, to Wheeler County, Texas, and lease capacity on the company’s gathering header into western Oklahoma. Because no new pipe construction is planned, the company will seek interstate authority from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission under Section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act, aiming for a first-quarter 2026 in-service date. “This Open Season marks a key milestone for the Palo Duro Pipeline and underscores our commitment to delivering scalable, market-responsive infrastructure,” said Matt Flory, Producers Midstream’s chief executive officer. “The pipeline's unique interconnectivity and strategic positioning creates a much-needed additional outlet for constrained Permian gas, while also supporting the rapid growth of AI-driven power solutions and other emerging sources of demand.” The north–south line will interconnect with up to seven interstate systems—Northern Natural Gas, Transwestern, NGPL, ANR, Panhandle Eastern, Enable Gas Transmission and Southern Star—giving shippers multiple downstream options. Producers Midstream said the route is designed to ease Permian takeaway bottlenecks while meeting rising industrial, petrochemical, power-generation and behind-the-meter loads. The open season runs June 30–July 14. Full bidding procedures and technical details are available at Producers Midstream’s website. Interested parties can contact the company’s marketing team at marketing@producersmidstream.com or 214-238-5740. Mary Holcomb is the Digital Editor & Operations Manager at Gulf Energy Information, overseeing the Pipeline & Gas Journal, World Oil, and Underground Infrastructure brands. With over 5 years of experience, she drives digital content strategy and operations for these industry-leading publications.
Pipeline Gas Journal
oil-gas
30 June 2025
2 min read
275-Mile Texas-To-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
Pipeline Gas Journal
30 June 2025
oil-gas
Ev Notes: Lucid’S New Factory And Polestar’S $200M Investment
With the summer in full swing, it’s easy to miss the latest from major EV companies. In this rundown, we’re touching on manufacturing, charging, and even monetary investments.
Industry Week
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30 June 2025
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Ev Notes: Lucid’S New Factory And Polestar’S $200M Investment
Industry Week
30 June 2025
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Baron Property Group And Largavista Secure $388.5M In Financing For Their 46-Story Residential Tower In Long Island City
The LargaVista Companies and Baron Property Group secured a $388.5 million construction loan for their long-delayed 46-story residential tower at 30-25 Queens Boulevard in Long Island City. The financing package, announced today, June 30 was backed by Starwood Capital Group, Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies, and Gotham Organization, with advisory services from HKS Real Estate Advisors and DIA Capital Group. The financing is a crucial milestone for the project, which had stalled for years following the start of preliminary site work in 2019. With the capital now in hand, the developers are poised to resume construction on the 25,177-square-foot property, situated at the corner of Queens Plaza East and Queens Boulevard, west of the Sunnyside Yards rail yards. The 525-foot-tall, CetraRuddy Architecture-designed tower will span approximately 511,000 square feet and yield a total of 561 residential units, consisting of 451 market-rate rentals and 110 for-sale condominiums. A total of 169 apartments will be reserved as affordable housing, which will make the development one of the more inclusive large-scale residential developments in the area. In addition to residential, the project will also include about 21,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, activating the streetscape at one of Long Island City’s busiest transit nodes. Residents will have access to a sprawling set of amenities designed to bring Manhattan high-end norms at better affordability. They include: A rooftop pool nearly 500 feet above street level Full-size basketball and pickleball courts A fitness center and meditation studio A game room and co-working lounge Outdoor grilling stations A solarium and pet spa with kitchen and dining area “The vision has always been to bring Manhattan-quality living to an emerging, more affordable neighborhood,” Baron Property Group President Matthew Baron said. “Long Island City is diverse, transit-connected, and steadily growing—and this project shows our commitment to that kind of environment.” Read also: New York City lays out plans for the largest mass timber residential project on Staten Island Although pile driving and excavation began years back, the 46-Story tower at 30-25 Queens Blvd Long Island City had remained largely dormant until this year. With new financing secured and new renderings released, expectations now are for a restart of full construction activity, possibly as early as later this summer. The development team is envisioning a phased construction schedule, with occupancy now anticipated in 2028. Only feet away from the Queens Plaza (E, M, R) and Queensboro Plaza (7, N, W) subway stations, the building offers direct access to Midtown Manhattan in about 15 minutes. That convenience, along with luxury amenities and lower prices than Manhattan, is bound to entice renters and buyers as well as the tower. With financing now secured and design plans reaffirmed, Baron Property Group and LargaVista Companies are set to realize one of Long Island City’s most ambitious residential towers—one that pairs affordability, design, and luxury amenities on a scale rarely achieved in outer-borough developments. Read also: Empire Wind Construction Resumes After $5B Project Endures Month-Long Halt Costing $50M Weekly Location: 30-25 Queens Boulevard, Long Island City, NY Site: Corner of Queens Plaza East and Queens Boulevard (25,177 sq ft) Height: 525 feet, 46 stories Total Area: 511,000 square feet Projected Completion: 2028 Construction Loan: $388.5 million Lenders: Starwood Capital Group, Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies, Gotham Organization Total Units: 561 451 market-rate rentals 110 for-sale condominiums 169 affordable housing units Commercial Space: 21,000 sq ft ground-floor retail Rooftop swimming pool (500 ft above street level) Full-sized basketball and pickleball courts Fitness center and meditation studio Co-working lounge and game room Outdoor grilling areas Pet spa and solarium with kitchen/dining Subway Stations: Queens Plaza (E, M, R) and Queensboro Plaza (7, N, W) Travel Time to Midtown: 15 minutes Proximity: Adjacent to Sunnyside Yards rail tracks Initial Site Work: 2019 Financing Closed: 2025 Construction Restart: Summer 2025 (projected) Occupancy: 2028 (projected) Read also: Bravo Property Trust finances New York residential tower
Construction Review Online
skyscraper
30 June 2025
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Baron Property Group And Largavista Secure $388.5M In Financing For Their 46-Story Residential Tower In Long Island City
Construction Review Online
30 June 2025
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Sunkind Partners With Ja Solar For 6.4 Gw Of Pv Manufacturing In India
From pv magazine India Sunkind Energy has announced a strategic technical partnership with JA Solar to support its upcoming 2.4 GW solar cell and 4 GW module manufacturing facilities in India. Under the collaboration, it will leverage JA Solar’s advanced technologies and supply chain expertise to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and integrate global best practices. “As India accelerates its transition towards renewable energy, the demand for high-performance solar solutions is at an all‑time high,” said Hanish Gupta, founder and managing director of Sunkind Energy. “Through this collaboration, we aim to deliver world‑class solar cells and modules that support India’s vision for self‑reliant, future‑ready industrial growth.” JA Solar’s expertise in tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) cell technology and advanced production will support Sunkind’s entry into solar manufacturing, aiming to boost output and meet global standards. Founded in 2019, Sunkind has delivered more than 150 MW of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) projects and is expanding into solar cell and module production, energy storage, electric vehicle infrastructure, and tracker systems. JA Solar, founded in 2005, has shipped more than 280 GW of PV products to 178 countries as of the first quarter of 2025. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. If you want to cooperate with us and would like to reuse some of our content, please contact: editors@pv-magazine.com.
PV Magazine
powerplant
30 June 2025
2 min read
Sunkind Partners With Ja Solar For 6.4 Gw Of Pv Manufacturing In India
PV Magazine
30 June 2025
powerplant
Data Center Manufacturer To Build $300 Million Assembly Plant In Texas
Wiwynn Corp., a supplier of artificial intelligence (AI) servers, plans to invest $300 million to build its first US assembly plant in Texas to avoid U.S. tariffs. Photo courtesy Wiwynn Corp. TAIPEI, Taiwan—Wiwynn Corp., a supplier of artificial intelligence (AI) servers and components, plans to invest $300 million to build its first US assembly plant in Texas to avoid U.S. tariffs. Wiwynn operates assembly plants in Taiwan, Mexico and Malaysia. Domestically, Wiwynn is also increasing its capacity. The company increased capital expenditures by about 29 percent for its new assembly plant at the at the Southern Science Park in Taiwan. Wiwynn supplies data centers to several major U.S. tech companies, including Meta Platforms Inc. and Microsoft Corp. Looking for a reprint of this article? From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today! Already have an account? Sign In Learn how manufacturers are bridging the gap between the shop floor and ERP systems to gain real-time visibility, streamline operations, and kick-start digital transformation—without waiting years. Sponsored by: In this presentation, Dr. Herman Tang shares practical insights from his industry experience and research on buffer management in manufacturing operations.
Assembly Magazine
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29 June 2025
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Data Center Manufacturer To Build $300 Million Assembly Plant In Texas
Assembly Magazine
29 June 2025
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Medco Energi Acquires Stake In Repsol’S Indonesian Gas Operation For $425M
Indonesian oil and gas operator Medco Energi Internasional has reached an agreement with Spanish energy company Repsol E&P to acquire a 24% stake in the Corridor Production Sharing Contract (Corridor PSC), indirectly held by Fortuna International, for $425m (Rp6.88trn). The transaction is expected to enhance Medco Energi’s portfolio, with completion anticipated in the third quarter of 2025 (Q3 2025). The gold standard of business intelligence. Find out more The Corridor PSC, situated onshore in South Sumatra, Indonesia, comprises seven producing gas fields and one oilfield. The gas from these fields is sold under long-term contracts to buyers in Indonesia and Singapore, ensuring a stable revenue stream. MedcoEnergi president director Hilmi Panigoro said: “This acquisition supports our strategy of owning and developing high-quality, cash-generative assets and reaffirms our commitment to national development where natural gas is a vital bridge to a lower-carbon future.” Medco Energi reported EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation) of $332m in Q1 2025, surpassing its figures from Q4 2024. Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis. This financial uptick is attributed to effective cost management strategies, although it has been partially offset by seasonal variations leading to reduced gas demand. Repsol, with a presence in more than 20 countries, is focusing on its upstream business to prioritise more lucrative assets. This divestment aligns with its strategy to concentrate on assets with higher profitability and cash generation capabilities. The sale is expected to positively influence Repsol’s financials, with an estimated $70m boost to its annual income, reported Reuters. Moreover, the transaction will contribute to a reduction in Repsol’s net debt of approximately $350m, underscoring the deal’s strategic financial benefits. In December last year, GeoPark signed binding sales and purchase agreements to acquire Repsol’s upstream oil and gas assets in Colombia.
Offshore Technology
oil-gas
27 June 2025
2 min read
Medco Energi Acquires Stake In Repsol’S Indonesian Gas Operation For $425M
Offshore Technology
27 June 2025
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Golar Lng Limited Announces Proposed Offering Of $500 Million Of Convertible Senior Notes Due 2030
Golar LNG Limited announces today that it intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $500 million aggregate principal amount of Convertible Senior Notes due 2030 (the “Notes”) in a private placement to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The Company also intends to grant the initial purchasers of the Notes a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional $75 million aggregate principal amount of the Notes in connection with the offering. In connection with the offering of the Notes, certain of the Company’s directors and officers have provided an indication of interest to purchase the Company’s common shares from investors in the offering of the Notes, and certain entities controlled by or affiliated with the Company’s directors have provided an indication of interest to purchase Notes at the initial offering price. The Notes will be senior, unsecured obligations of the Company, pay interest semiannually in arrears on June 15 and December 15, mature on December 15, 2030, and be convertible into the Company’s common shares, cash, or a combination of shares and cash, at the Company’s election. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the sale of the Notes (including any Notes sold pursuant to the initial purchasers’ option to purchase additional Notes, if exercised) to repurchase up to 2.5 million of the Company’s common shares in connection with the offering of the Notes and for general corporate purposes, which may include, among other things, future growth investments including a contemplated fourth FLNG unit, MKII FLNG conversion costs, FLNG Hilli redeployment costs, repaying indebtedness, and funding working capital and capital expenditures. IMPORTANT INFORMATION This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes, nor shall there be any sale of the Notes in any jurisdiction in which, or to any person to whom, such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. Any offer of the Notes will be made only by means of a private offering memorandum. The Notes and the shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of the Notes have not been, and will not be, registered under the Securities Act or the securities laws of any other jurisdiction and may not be offered or sold absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements under the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. This announcement contains information about a pending transaction and there can be no assurance that this transaction will be completed. Source: Golar LNG
Bunker Port News Worldwide
port-and-ship
27 June 2025
3 min read
Golar Lng Limited Announces Proposed Offering Of $500 Million Of Convertible Senior Notes Due 2030
Bunker Port News Worldwide
27 June 2025
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Barminco Secures $130M Mining Contract From Westgold Resources In Australia
Perenti has announced that its underground mining division, Barminco, has secured a A$200m ($130m) contract with Westgold Resources to deliver underground mining services at the Great Fingall project in Western Australia. The Great Fingall project is expected to operate as a long-life, high-margin underground mine with an annual production exceeding 45,000oz. It is a relatively small mine, making it suitable for contract mining. The gold standard of business intelligence. Find out more The mine is expected to be a high-grade operation characterised by cost efficiency and productivity, and supported by a comprehensive mine plan, reliable drilling data, favourable ground conditions and well-established mine infrastructure. Westgold managing director and CEO Wayne Bramwell said: “Westgold continues to focus on increasing mine productivity and further leveraging its extensive capital base. Our in-house mining team and fleet is best deployed in our larger, strategic assets and this capability gives us the optionality to utilise specialist contractors in our smaller mines.” Barminco was chosen for the Great Fingall project based on the company’s safety protocols, mining efficiency, and proven delivery record, following a competitive tender process. The three-year contract encompasses a range of services including mine development, production and related underground mining services. It includes an option to extend by 12 months. Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis. Perenti managing director and CEO Mark Norwell said: “We are excited to be partnering with Westgold on the Great Fingall project. This award highlights the depth and scale of Barminco’s mining and technical capability and supports the ongoing focus of growing our underground mining business in Australia and select regions internationally.” Mobilisation for the project is scheduled to commence in July 2025, with first production from the mine expected in 2026. Perenti expects the capital requirement for the project to be around A$16m of growth capital in fiscal year 2026. Perenti Contract Mining president Gabrielle Iwanow said: “We are proud to mark the beginning of a new relationship between Westgold and Barminco on the Great Fingall project. “Westgold’s decision is an endorsement of the strength of our technical capability and our commitment to safe and efficient operations. We look forward to building a strong partnership that delivers value for both companies and the communities in which we operate.” Earlier this month, Perenti secured a contract worth A$1.1bn to carry out underground mining operations in the Siou and Wona regions of the Mana complex in Burkina Faso, West Africa. Nominations are now open for the prestigious Mining Technology Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!
Mining Technology
mining
26 June 2025
3 min read
Barminco Secures $130M Mining Contract From Westgold Resources In Australia
Mining Technology
26 June 2025
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Browns $2.4B Stadium Plan Now Relies On Ohioans’ Forgotten Money
The Browns’ $2.4 billion plan to build a new stadium and mixed-use development in suburban Brook Park, Ohio, has cleared one major hurdle, but it will likely soon face others. The state legislature has likely mooted a legal battle between the NFL team and the city of Cleveland over Ohio’s Art Modell Law, named for the late former owner of the Browns and designed to keep pro teams playing in publicly supported facilities from moving. The law blocks any team relocation without giving city officials six months’ notice and an opportunity to buy the franchise, and became the source of competing lawsuits from the team and the city as the Browns look to depart Huntington Bank Field in downtown Cleveland. A last-minute change to the Ohio budget, however, alters the Modell Law to apply the limitations only to teams looking to leave the state of Ohio entirely. The shift, not surprisingly, angered city officials, with Cleveland saying in a statement that “we strongly oppose this legislative maneuver because Clevelanders have invested hundreds of millions in the lakefront stadium and surrounding infrastructure. This proposed change fails to protect communities like us when a team decides to leave.” The Browns and team owner Haslam Sports Group called that sentiment a mischaracterization. “The General Assembly’s amendment of the Modell Law confirms that the law is intended only to prevent teams from breaking a lease or leaving the state,” the team said. “The Browns are doing neither of those things. The team is staying right here in Cuyahoga County, less than a mile from the city line, and HSG will honor every commitment of the Browns’ current lease.” That lease at Huntington Bank Field expires after the 2028 season. As the state budget now moves to Gov. Mike DeWine for his signature, that monetary plan includes $600 million in previously approved funding for the Browns’ stadium in Brook Park. That money would be drawn from an account of unclaimed state funds, such as utility deposits, uncashed cashier’s checks, and forgotten bank accounts, and repaid through future tax revenues. DeWine has until June 30 to sign the final budget. Two primary obstacles, however, remain in that plan. DeWine has line-item veto power and could strip out that particular piece of ratified legislation. A group of former Democratic lawmakers in Ohio, meanwhile, intends to file a class-action lawsuit against the move if it proceeds, calling the use of those funds unconstitutional. “These are funds held in trust. This is not state property,” said attorney and former state Rep. Jeff Crossman. “These funds belong to all those hardworking Ohioans across the state with forgotten savings accounts, uncashed checks, overpaid utility bills—they’re not abandoned. … We’re not anti-stadium. We’re anti-theft.”
Front Office Sports
stadium
26 June 2025
3 min read
Browns $2.4B Stadium Plan Now Relies On Ohioans’ Forgotten Money
Front Office Sports
26 June 2025
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Hs2 Completes Three-Day Slide Of 220M-Long Viaduct Deck In Northamptonshire
High Speed 2 (HS2) engineers have successfully slid the 1,300t deck of the Lower Thorpe viaduct into place near the village of Thorpe Mandeville in Northamptonshire. The 220m steel and concrete structure, which will carry high-speed trains across Banbury Lane, was moved into position over the course of three days. Set in a valley, the viaduct is designed not only to support the new railway but also to help manage flood risk by allowing rainwater to continue draining into existing watercourses. Its distinctive russet-coloured weathering steel is intended to blend with the surrounding countryside. The deck was slid sideways into place using special pads coated with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), a low-friction material similar to that found on non-stick frying pans. These pads reduced friction between the deck and temporary steel bearings atop five concrete piers, allowing precise and efficient positioning. This installation marks the completion of the last of five viaducts employing this sliding technique in the central section of HS2, constructed by contractor EKFB, a joint venture of Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and Bam Nuttall, with specialist input from Eiffage Metal. Aerial view of Lower Thorpe Viaduct looking along the deck during the slide, June 2025 With the steelwork now positioned, engineers will next lower the deck by 600mm onto permanent bearings before progressing to work on the concrete deck and parapets. EKFB is responsible for delivering 15 major viaducts for HS2 between the Chilterns and South Warwickshire. The five sliding viaducts share a “double composite” design, which incorporates steel beams along the sides with reinforced concrete layers above and below, creating stronger yet more material-efficient spans than traditional pre-stressed concrete beams. This design innovation is said to reduce the viaducts’ carbon footprint by between 39% and 59%, compared to conventional construction methods that typically involve solid concrete beams lifted into place by cranes. The hollow spans also allow for longer spans and shallower beams, offering engineering advantages. The other four viaducts built with this method – Wendover Dean, Small Dean, Westbury and Turweston – are at more advanced stages of construction. At Westbury, near Brackley, work is underway on the concrete deck using a cantilever formwork traveller, a mobile mould that enables the concrete to be poured in sections efficiently without cranes. This technique also enhances safety by improving access and reducing the risk of accidents. Issues with the HS2 project came to a head last week when a pair of reports revealed the scale of slippage in the work on the high-speed railway so far. The government has now confirmed that the line will not open by 2033. HS2 Ltd chief executive Mark Wild is currently reviewing and resetting the whole project and aims to set a new benchmark in 2026, a move aimed at delivering the overall project at the lowest reasonable cost. Reacting to the successful deck slide on the Lower Thorpe viaduct, HS2 Ltd project manager Sam Arrowsmith said: “It’s great to see the viaduct deck in position and I’d like the thank everyone who’s helped get us to where we are today. The slide may only have taken three days, but it was the culmination of four years of work – developing the design, completing the groundworks and the piers and assembling the enormous steelwork.” EKFB technical director Janice McKenna said: “The strategic design approach applied to these double composite structures has been a game-changer in how we’re building these viaducts. The double composite solution can be applied to multiple structures in different locations, and we have five across EKFB’s 80km route that are all well into construction. “The philosophy was to design the viaducts with architectural input to 'blend' the structures into their respective landscapes and reduce the visual impact on the environment. We also required a solution that offered specific delivery benefits too, from saving embedded carbon in the materials we use, to enhancing productivity on site and reducing safety risk.” Like what you've read? To receive New Civil Engineer's daily and weekly newsletters click here.
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24 June 2025
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Hs2 Completes Three-Day Slide Of 220M-Long Viaduct Deck In Northamptonshire
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